Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast University

Coordinator II, Aquatics & Adventures

Main Campus, USA · Mid · Full-time

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About the role

  • The Coordinator II, Aquatics & Adventures coordinates the day-to-day operations of assigned facilities, programs, and services within University Recreation & Wellness Aquatics and Adventure.
  • Functional areas may include the Lee County/FGCU Aquatics Center, South Village Pool, Waterfront, aquatic programming, certification programs, RecVentures, equipment rentals, adventure trips, and motorized and non-motorized watersports.
  • If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.

Responsibilities

  • Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
  • Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.
  • This position oversees assigned functional areas, including facility operations, program development and delivery, risk management, equipment management, and student supervision, while collaborating with other professional staff to support overall Aquatics and Adventure operations.
  • FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration.
  • We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action.

Requirements

  • Experience in aquatic, waterfront, outdoor recreation, or related programming.
  • Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
  • Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications, or the ability to obtain all required certifications within three months of employment.

Nice to have

  • Experience scheduling, and supervising the work of student employees.
  • Experience and proficiency with recreation management software, such as Innosoft Fusion, CSI, similar.
  • Experience and proficiency with trip and adventure planning and execution.
  • Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification, or ability to receive within six months of employment.
  • Current Certified Pool Operator/Aquatics Facility Operator certification, or ability to receive within six months of employment.
  • Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer Instructor, or ability to receive within six months of employment.
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Skills

  • Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity
  • Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams
  • Knowledge of aquatics and recreation programming.
  • Knowledge of and experience with records management.
  • Knowledge of budget control principles, practices, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn Innosoft Fusion software.
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn competitive swim meet management equipment and systems and ability to train staff on such skills.
  • Knowledge of risk management standards and practices.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects.
  • Demonstrated skill in event management and program planning.
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